Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDescriptionUsesBenefitsRisks and Considerations Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Description Uses Benefits Risks and Considerations Castile soap is a vegetable-based soap that is free of chemicals, other synthetic ingredients, and animal products. It can be used to wash your skin, hair, clothes, and more. It is also hypoallergenic, making it an ideal option for people with sensitivity to harsh soaps and cleansers.One of the most well-known brands of Castile soap is Dr....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsBenefitsHow to Use ItWhat to Look ForSide EffectsPrecautions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Benefits How to Use It What to Look For Side Effects Precautions There’s no science to back up claims that castor oil is good for hair. Nevertheless, some put this age-old traditional medicine remedy on their scalp to moisturize the skin, reducedandruff, and improve hair smoothness, strength, and shine....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Castor Oil?Can It Induce Labor?How Does It Work?Risks and Side EffectsShould You Induce?Other Ways to Induce Labor Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Castor Oil? Can It Induce Labor? How Does It Work? Risks and Side Effects Should You Induce? Other Ways to Induce Labor Consuming castor oil to induce labor in pregnant people is a technique that’s historically been linked to the practice of midwifery (midwives)....

While cats are generally safe, contact with cats, including cat bites andscratches, can cause infections in humans. If you are exposed to a cat, it is important that you understand the potential infections and how to stay safe. Linda Raymond/Getty Images Ringworm Cats can getringworm(dermatophytosis)—which is a fungus (not a worm at all). The clearest and most common clinical signs of feline ringworm include the following: circular areas of hair loss, broken and stubbly hair, scaling or crusty skin, alterations in hair or skin color, inflamed areas of skin, excess grooming and scratching, infected claws or nail beds, and dandruff....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDifferences Between Catabolism and AnabolismBoth Processes Affect Energy SupplyCatabolic ExercisesAnabolic ExercisesA Note on Steroids and Performance-Enhancing DrugsFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Differences Between Catabolism and Anabolism Both Processes Affect Energy Supply Catabolic Exercises Anabolic Exercises A Note on Steroids and Performance-Enhancing Drugs Frequently Asked Questions At a cellular level, your body is constantly undergoing chemical changes to sustain life....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat It IsPurposeHow to PrepareWhat to ExpectRecoveryLong-Term CarePotential RisksNext in Cataract Surgery GuideCataract Surgery: How To Prepare Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What It Is Purpose How to Prepare What to Expect Recovery Long-Term Care Potential Risks Next in Cataract Surgery Guide MedicImage / Getty Images What Is Cataract Surgery? During cataract surgery, a patient’s cloudy lens is broken into pieces and removed....

Catastrophic health insurance is a specific type of individual (non-group) health coverage defined under theAffordable Care Act. This article will explain what catastrophic health plans are, the rules and regulations that apply to them, who is eligible to enroll in one, and what you should consider before choosing a catastrophic plan. Prior to the ACA, “catastrophic coverage” was a generic term that referred to any sort of health plan with high out-of-pocket costs and limited coverage for routine health needs....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypesSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Catatonia is not itself a disorder. Rather, it’s a set of symptoms that occur due to an underlying condition.An estimated 10% of people hospitalized for acute psychiatric conditions (experiencing a sudden psychiatric crisis) have symptoms of catatonia. This article will discuss the types and symptoms of catatonia, as well as explore some of its causes....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Cat’s Claw?UsesOther UsesDosesSide EffectsFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Cat’s Claw? Uses Other Uses Doses Side Effects Frequently Asked Questions Cat’s claw, also known asUncaria tomentosa, is a plant native to the Amazon. It is most commonly studied for its anti-inflammatory and antitumor effects.The supplement may help people deal with fatigue due to cancer, as well as slow the growth of certain cancer cell types....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Cauda equinasyndrome (CES) is a rare but serious condition that occurs when nerve roots in the lower spinal cord are squeezed or compressed, disrupting motor and sensory function in the bladder and lower extremities. This cluster of nerve roots called thecauda equina(Latin for “horse’s tail”) sends and receives messages to the legs, bladder, and other parts of the body....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsNutrition FactsIts NutrientsIts Effect on the BodyPreparation Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Nutrition Facts Its Nutrients Its Effect on the Body Preparation Cauliflower is a healthy vegetable full of fiber, vitamins, and minerals. It is similar tobroccolibut decidedly more versatile because it can be made into rice and flour—a great alternative for those on a celiac orketo diet. This article explains cauliflower’s nutrition facts, what happens when you eat it, and the best preparation methods....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesSex Risk FactorsInjecting Drug UsePregnancyNeedlestick InjuriesBlood TransfusionsFrequently Asked QuestionsNext in HIV/AIDS GuideWhat Tests Can Diagnose HIV? Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Sex Risk Factors Injecting Drug Use Pregnancy Needlestick Injuries Blood Transfusions Frequently Asked Questions Next in HIV/AIDS Guide This article is part ofHealth Divide: HIV, a destination in our Health Divide series. HIV (human immunodeficiency virus)is a virus that can be passed from one person to the next through body fluids like semen, blood, vaginal secretions, and breast milk....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Adenosisof the breast is a condition in which milk-producing glands (called lobules) become enlarged, creating lumps that you can sometimes feel. Adenosis is a benign (non-cancerous) condition often spotted during a breast self-exam ormammogram. Premenopausal women are most commonly affected. While certain types of adenosis may increase the risk ofbreast cancer—specifically the sclerosing adenosis that causes tissue scarring—adenosis in and of itself is not cancerous....